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Delanie McCullough

Summary

Recent University of Cincinnati graduate with hands-on experience in apparel design, market research, product development, and bridal sales. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, technical design, pattern making, garment construction, and cross-functional collaboration. Passionate about innovative and ethical fashion, with a strong interest in creating consumer-focused designs and contributing to forward-thinking design teams.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Stylist

David's Bridal
Fort Wayne, Indiana
10.2025 - Current
  • Advised 1-10 customers simultaneously on gown selection and styling options, ensuring tailored recommendations that enhanced overall bridal experiences and maximized client satisfaction.
  • Coordinated fittings and alterations with in-house seamstresses, streamlining the process to ensure gown event timelines and high customer expectations.
  • Facilitated bridal parties' styling sessions by aligning accessory and gown selections with individual themes, optimizing ensemble cohesion and enriching the client experience.
  • Introduced customers to loyalty program and new tux partnerships.
  • Awarded most 5 star reviews in a month's span.
  • Converted 100% of appointments to sales over a 4 week period.

Apparel Design Intern

Soma Apparel
Ft. Myers, Florida
08.2023 - 12.2023

• Created 100+ tech packs in PLM systems, including technical sketches, fit callouts, style numbers, colorways, and construction details.

• Consolidated seasonal design inspiration, fabric swatches, and color palettes to support cohesive collection development.

• Developed 5+ powerpoints showcasing seasonal design concepts, trend analysis, and market research for team reviews.

• Conducted competitor and trend research to inform design updates and align products with target consumer preferences.

• Produced 300+ technical and conceptual design sketches using Adobe Illustrator.

• Documented and analyzed 20+ fit sessions, incorporating fit comments and design revisions into technical documentation.

• Partnered with cross-functional teams across design, technical design, and product development to improve workflow efficiency and product execution.

Children's Apparel Design Intern

Lands End
Madison, Wisconsin
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Researched seasonal color, pattern, and silhouette trends to support design development.
  • Developed over 50 patterns, color palettes, and motifs from CAD designs for children's apparel collections.
  • Created and revised over 100 technical sketches and mini body illustrations using Adobe Illustrator.
  • Organized and maintained 10 inspiration boards in Miro, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
  • Updated tech packs, bill of materials (BOMs), and technical sketches to reflect design modifications.
  • Assisted with fit sessions by documenting feedback and revising design specifications for sample approvals.

Waitress

Bru Burger Bar
Cincinnati, Ohio
02.2021 - 08.2023
  • Described daily specials and over 15 different rotating drink options.
  • Built and fostered customer relations into member partnerships.
  • Coordinated creative solutions in short notices serving over 200 guests.
  • Trained over 10 new employees and trusted with expansive menu knowledge.
  • Implemented effective merchandising techniques for monthly promotions and high-margin menu items.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Spanish and Fashion Design

University of Cincinnati, College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning
Cincinnati, Ohio
01-2025

Skills

  • Market trend analysis
  • Technical pattern development
  • Painting
  • Garment construction
  • Intermediate Spanish
  • Public Relations

Software

  • Adobe Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • PLM
  • POS Systems Aloha and Toast

Timeline

Stylist

David's Bridal
10.2025 - Current

Apparel Design Intern

Soma Apparel
08.2023 - 12.2023

Children's Apparel Design Intern

Lands End
01.2022 - 04.2022

Waitress

Bru Burger Bar
02.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Spanish and Fashion Design

University of Cincinnati, College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning